Sarah Omar graduated from MRU in June with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and has built her sweet legacy through her business, Sarah’s Cookie Jar.

Now, Omar is all in on her business, and her passion is baked into every cookie.

Learn more about Sarah's journey at MRU: https://bit.ly/4a4RHO1

Fourth-year Bachelor of Business Administration – International Business student Gerardo Soriano had the opportunity to take part in the G7 Summit in Kananaskis over the summer. He secured his summer student internship opportunity through Global Affairs Canada.

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How do you know when something is truly a success? When it happens again.

For the second year in a row, TC Energy has funded a back-to-the-land retreat for MRU students participating in Career Services’ Indigenous Career Mentorship Program. https://bit.ly/48cPtLc

How do we make university campuses places that promote well-being while they educate students and contribute to the broader community?

Explore the services designed to support physical and mental health: https://bit.ly/47LQgkO

We are pleased to share that Dr. Ranjan Datta, Department of Humanities and PhD Dr. Felix Nwaishi, PhD, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, have been named as MRU’s 2025 Canada Research Chairs.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/479Ba9M

🏀 The Toronto Raptors' season tips off tomorrow, and we’re cheering extra loud for one of our own!

From captain of the Cougar's basketball team to Assistant Coach of the Raps, Noah Lewis proves that big dreams start right here.

Learn more about his journey to the #NBA: bit.ly/4nHKTKp

Prospective students, we’re looking at you 👀

Join us on Saturday from 9 AM to 3 PM on our main campus to learn all about MRU! Don't miss your chance to explore, connect and take the first step toward your future at MRU. Register here: https://bit.ly/3IWb3K0

Each fall, MRU reflects, learns and grows together through Journey to Indigenization.

Together, we continue the journey toward a more inclusive, informed and connected future. 🧡

One of Mount Royal's newest faculty members has brought their polar bear expertise with them to the University. Specifically, how exactly are Canada’s polar bears aging?

Learn more about the research: https://bit.ly/4mMjKES

Marlynn Lawlor’s journey to MRU reflects both her roots and her determination to build a brighter future.

Along with her studies, Lawlor works at MRU’s Iniskim Centre at MRU, where she has connected not only with fellow students, but also with her own Indigenous identity.

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“We don’t like to talk about death, grief or sad things,” Janet Arnold says. “But why the heck not?”

Arnold, a registered social worker and faculty member at MRU, teaches a death literacy course that prompts students to examine their perceptions surrounding grief and death. https://bit.ly/4nEsKx6

MRU associate professor of biology Adrienne Benediktsson, PhD, fell in love with the brain.

This interest is especially poignant considering her experience during a terrifying manic episode, resulting in a diagnosis of bipolar disorder.

Learn more about her experience: https://bit.ly/42F6335

If a situation is simulated, can it still cause real stress?

That’s the question Giuliana Harvey, PhD, asked in a recent research project, as part of a fellowship with the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning.

Learn more about the research: https://bit.ly/46b14to

Your MRU OneCard = Your All-Access Pass 🔑

Don’t sleep on your OneCard — it does way more than just prove you’re a student. Load it up, keep it on you, and you’re good to go!

Learn more about your OneCard: https://bit.ly/3IbilJz

💙 Join the Blue Crew! 💙

Show your MRU pride every Friday by wearing blue or MRU gear on campus, online, or wherever you rep MRU.

To kick it off, the Campus Store is giving 25% off select items from September 2–12! 🔥

A big welcome to all our new students joining us at MRU! And to our returning students, welcome back! We've missed you, and we're excited to kick off another year together. 💙

To celebrate the start of the semester, we've lined up a whole bunch of awesome events just for you: https://bit.ly/3JFEDDP

We're so excited to welcome everyone back to campus for the start of the Fall Semester on September 2! 🎒

Make sure you're ready with our handy back-to-class checklist. Can't wait to see you all on Tuesday!

March with Pride!

Start the academic year by celebrating 2SLBGTQIA+ students, faculty and employees, and demonstrate MRU’s commitment to community and belonging.

Sign up to march with fellow MRU community members in the 2025 Pride Parade: https://bit.ly/41o6luS